1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Riviera | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |